A new modular Harry Potter set, designed to connect with other sets to build a Hogwarts Castle, was released on June 1, 2024. This set, recommended for ages 8 and up, contains 379 pieces and is priced at $39.99. The cost per part is approximately $0.11 USD, which is considered a relatively low price point for a Harry Potter-themed set.
Packaging
The front box art shows the set fully unfolded and the three main characters from the movie. On the back, it shows the set folded into a compact square and shows the set includes two collectible portraits.
The set comes with 4 part bags, 1 instruction booklet, and a sticker sheet with 14 stickers. The build was engaging and perfect for a solo build.
Design
This set includes a few new parts. Some of the new parts include stickered pieces, along with new potion bottles and colored bubble parts that sit on top of the student cauldrons to resemble smoke rising from the potions.
The folding feature of the set provides versatility, allowing you to open and display it, play with it, or fold it and combine it with other Harry Potter sets.
The 2×2 round domes are turned upside down and used to create the large bowls that hold potion ingredients.
There were stickers for the parts that make the potion bowls, the walls, and the student tables. The set matched my expectations based on the box art. The combination of dark and light gray walls, paired with brown desks, creates a moody but not overly dark atmosphere.
Minifigures
This set includes three new minifigures: Seamus Finnigan, Professor Severus Snape, and Pansy Parkinson. The Hermione minifigure has appeared in previous sets. Notably absent from the set are Harry Potter and Ron Weasley.
The minifigure designs accurately capture the characters’ likenesses from the films. Hermione and Pansy’s minifigures wear skirts, as seen in the early Harry Potter movies, and the large potion bottles are ideal for Snape’s potion lab.
Comparison to Other Sets
Compared to the 2021 book version (76383), this set features a chalkboard and student tables on the wall, enhancing the classroom’s realism and making the build more engaging.
Playability
The detachable desk counters and large bowls all make the set playable. The set holds together well, even during play.
Overall Impression
This set’s folding design and playability were its strongest points for me. However, I found applying the stickers to the curved wall pieces challenging. I would have preferred printed parts for a cleaner aesthetic. As for the collectible tiles, I’m not a fan of the mystery element of not knowing which ones you’ll get, though this might be appealing if you enjoy collecting. Despite these minor issues, the set was easy to build, offered great play features, and displayed well. I’d recommend it to anyone who enjoys the Harry Potter Modular sets.
